Section 83: Protection of eyes in certain processes

83. Protection of eyes in certain processes (1) In the case of any of the processes specified in the Tenth Schedule or any other process which involves a special risk of injury to the eyes from particles or fragments thrown off in the course of the process, an eye protector or shield as appropriate shall be provided to protect the eyes of the employees engaged in the process. O2 – 57 [Issue 1] Occupational Safety and Health Act (2) Where, in any place of work, electric arc welding is carried on in such a manner as to involve risk of employees (other than those engaged in the welding process) being exposed to the electric arc flash, effective provision shall be made, by screening or otherwise, to prevent such exposure. (3) Every eye protector or shield provided under subsection (1) shall be suitable both for the work for which it is intended to be used and for the person using it and shall be for the personal and exclusive use of the person using it.